| One of the things that plagues used campers | | | | that encloses the side-out bunk. This |
| is mildew. | | | | condensation can soak the tent material in a |
| | | | very short amount of time. So, you must dry |
| To start, mildew in used campers usually | | | | off the effected areas before the camper can |
| starts in the tent area, caulking around | | | | be let back down. If not, the moisture will |
| doors, windows, under sinks, cabinets, | | | | turn into mildew. |
| ceiling vents, refrigerators, bath room and | | | | |
| shower. This can be from leaks during rain | | | | Treating Used Campers |
| and storage or general careless use of the | | | | |
| camper. This water goes unchecked and not | | | | Treat moldy areas of used campers using a |
| properly cleaned up. | | | | water and soap (Ivory) solution or a store |
| | | | bought cleaner. Some people use a mixture of |
| For instance, I purchased a used camper this | | | | bleach and water. Please check with your |
| summer that was in pristine condition. The | | | | manufacturer before you consider using bleach |
| owner walked me through the detailed steps of | | | | as it has the potential to eat through your |
| how he unpacks and packs the camper each time | | | | canvas. Let the cleaner soak for a few |
| he uses the camper. He gave specific | | | | minutes to kill the germs that caused the |
| attention to the air conditioner. When the | | | | mold or mildew. Be sure to completely dry any |
| air is running, condensation runoff builds up | | | | areas that you treat. The most effective way |
| on the roof. If enough accumulates, it can | | | | to combat mold and mildew is to keep a dry |
| start running off the roof and onto the tent | | | | atmosphere inside your RV. |